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This is Money Podcast

This is Money Podcast

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What you need to know about money each week and what the news means for you, from the UK's best financial website.

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  • Is a ground rent cap a good idea for leaseholders and why is it controversial?
    Jan 30 2026

    The Government has announced plans for a cap on ground rent - is it a welcome policy that will finally fix a broken system or does it risk creating new problems along the way?

    Helen Crane, Georgie Frost and Lee Boyce discuss the plans first revealed on TikTok by the Prime Minister, what's potentially changing and when.

    Watch out - HMRC is about... Stamp duty investigations are on the rise - is it all Angela Rayner's fault? And how do buyers find themselves in the crosshairs?

    'Metal madness' is still in full swing with gold and silver on a tear up with some huge gains this week, but also some hefty falls. What's going on?

    NS&I has made some cheeky rate cuts but a cash Isa season seems to have erupted early - where can you find the best rates?

    And lastly, wood burners. Are they an environmental no-no, or can they help save money on your energy bills?

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    52 mins
  • Is the weaker US dollar bad for investors and why is Vanguard reducing UK bias?
    Jan 23 2026
    Donald Trump has been hijacking the headlines this week, with his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos a major talking point globally.
    With plenty of geopolitical drama afoot, what does a weakening US dollar mean for UK investors with money tied up in US and global funds?
    Simon Lambert, Georgie Frost and Lee Boyce discuss.
    One of the world’s biggest investment firms, Vanguard has spurned the Chancellor's efforts to drive up investment in the UK, as it plans to cut its LifeStrategy exposure to the UK - why and what should you do?
    Nationwide has bumped up what it will lend on mortgages to six times salary – it means borrowers can potentially borrow £50,000 more.
    Is this a step in the right direction or the path to trouble?

    Are you saving enough for retirement? Our analysis shows what you need in your pot at every milestone age to be on track… and what to do if you’re off target.

    This is Money reporter Harvey Dorset tries out a £5,000 smartphone - so what do you get for such a huge outlay?


    Lastly, Lee speaks to actress Joanna Page about her finances – the Gavin and Stacey star reveals what her mum and nan taught her about money.
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    49 mins
  • Should you swap your star fund manager for a cheap tracker?
    Jan 16 2026

    Life isn't what it once was for star fund managers. The investment industry once thrived on big names but these widely recognisable figures are few and far between nowadays.

    Two that remain are Terry Smith and Nick Train but their Fundsmith and Finsbury Growth & Income investors have had their patience tested by five years of underperformance compared to just sticking money in a cheap market tracker fund.

    Both managers defended their approach this week, while offering their investors an apology of sorts.

    So, is it time to swap your star fund manager for a cheap index fund, or are the stock pickers likely to be proved right in the end?

    On this podcast, Georgie Frost, Helen Crane and Simon Lambert discuss the cult of the fund manager and whether it's had its day.

    Meanwhile, The Chancellor wants to get more of us investing but MPs have looked into her plans to cut the cash Isa limit and said it's unlikely to lead more people to the UK stock market. That's exactly what most investment experts told the Chancellor before the Budget, so is there any chance of change of heart?

    Parts of the London property market have been having a quiet house price crash, Georgie, Helen and Simon discuss what's going on and what kind of properties are affected.

    The team also ask if cashback is worth it - and look at the deals that could cost you money.

    And finally, if you want a cheap electric car runaround, what are your best options and what would it cost you?

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    50 mins
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